The Float Challenge: STEM Activity Using Metric Grams (Grade 3-5)

Engage students in an exciting STEM activity with The Float Challenge: Understanding Metric Grams. This standards-aligned math project guides students to create floatation devices that can hold specific metric weights, helping them better understand the concept of grams. Students will enjoy the hands-on process of designing, building, and testing their devices. Meanwhile, teachers facilitate learning through mini-lessons, a competition with betting, and a culminating assessment. The resource incorporates best practices like formative assessment and caters to diverse learners through natural differentiation. With step-by-step instructions and supporting photos, educators can easily implement this motivating activity that connects math concepts to the real world. The float challenge allows students to visualize abstract measurements while collaborating and problem solving.